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About Leah Jackson

Leah Jackson is Northwestern State University's Director of Public Information and Media Relations. She is a 1994 and 2011 graduate of NSU and has been on staff since 2004.

Former students, colleagues support Dr. Holly Stave Endowed Scholarship

NATCHITOCHES – Friends, colleagues and former students established a scholarship to honor a retired professor from the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University. Dr. Holly Stave, a long-time professor of English, had a profound influence on many of her students as a professor, mentor and friend.

“I could not image a better legacy,” Stave said […]

Students, faculty participate in Social Work Day the the Capitol

NATCHITOCHES – Students and faculty from Northwestern State University’s Department of Social Work participated in the National Association Social Workers-Louisiana Lobby Day at the state capitol in Baton Rouge April 15. The day’s itinerary included advocacy training, guest speakers and a resource fair. State Rep. C. Travis Johnson addressed the State House of Representatives to […]

ALD inducts 129 to kick off Honors Week, announces officers, scholarships, awards

Alpha Lambda Delta will celebrate its 100th anniversary May 31

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta, the national honor society for first year students, inducted 129 new members April 14 in a program designed to celebrate academic achievement and leadership potential for first-year students. The purpose of Alpha Lambda Delta is to […]

Military Science, Demon Regiment host Military Ball

By Sid Hall,

Military Affairs Coordinator / ROTC Program Manager

NATCHITOCHES – In an event steeped in military tradition, Northwestern State University’s Department of Military Science co-hosted their annual military ball with their alumni organization, the Northwestern Demon Regiment, Saturday, April 13.  The ball featured graduating seniors presented through an Arch of Steel, formal toasts, the Fallen […]

NSU Research Day will be April 18

NATCHITOCHES – The Research Council at Northwestern State University will hold the 37th annual Research Day Thursday, April 18.  Research Day provides an opportunity for faculty, staff and undergraduate and graduate students to present their scholarly work and/or creative projects that cover a variety of disciplines that include science, literary studies, history and political science, […]

Reception for Mary Linn Wernet exhibit April 24

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Eugene P. Watson Memorial Library will host a reception for the exhibition “Wunderkammer:  A Celebration of Mary Linn Wernet.”  The event will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 25 in the Cammie G. Henry Research Center on the third floor of the library, Room 301. The community is invited. Punch, […]

NSU will host Golden Jubilee for Class of 1974

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will honor the Class of 1974 during the class’s Golden Jubilee celebration May 9-10.  The program will include the presentation of 50-year diplomas, receptions and other events to honor the class and graduates from prevous years.

Check-in will begin 8 a.m. Thursday, May 9 in the President’s Room of the Sylvan […]

Spring commencement May 8-9

NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University will hold Spring Commencement exercises Wednesday, May 8-Thursday, May 9 in Prather Coliseum.

During ceremonies at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 8, diplomas will be awarded to graduates in the College of Business and Technology and the Gallaspy Family College of Education and Human Development.

During ceremonies at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, […]

Educator, advocate CFN’s Albarado honored by S-B African American Chamber

NATCHITOCHES – A Northwestern State University early childhood professional is among several accomplished women recognized as a CelebrateHER honoree by the Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce.  Melanie LeDay-Albarado is a childcare specialist, master coach and program coordinator for CDA (Child Development Associate) and ECAC (Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate) programs at Northwestern State University’s Child […]

Nominations open for Long Purple Line

NATCHITOCHES – Nominations are open for Northwestern State University’s Long Purple Line through June 2.

The Long Purple Line was established in 1990 to provide recognition and appreciation to individuals whose career accomplishments or service to their fellow man have enhanced the reputation and prestige of Northwestern State.  Selection may be based upon past or continuing […]

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